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Google's new "Trusted Contacts" app and service makes sure your loved ones always know where you are or can find out where you are if there's an emergency. It's opt-in from both sides, only shares in real-time when you want it to and can put an end to "where are you, are you OK?" texts when someone's late home or to a meeting.

A fourth death has been attributed to Melbourne’s “thunderstorm asthma” emergency on Monday night, and it was lucky there were not more, according to the state’s health minister. More than 2000 people suffered breathing problems when a severe storm combined with an extreme pollen count to cause what is being described as “thunderstorm asthma”.

From making sure they don't fall for phishing scams to reminding them to never reveal personal information online, children just getting their start on the web may talk savvy, but still need a helping hand learning the stuff the rest of us know. Here are a few tips to get them started on the right foot.

Sunscreen is sunscreen, so you'd think the way you apply it doesn't really matter. However, choosing between cream or lotion and a spray-on sunscreen can impact the likelihood you'll use it, the amount of coverage on your skin, and even the actual protection you get. Let's find out which might be better for you in this sunscreen showdown.

This week we're sharing some spooky stories, a trick-or-treat safety video from the '70s, endangered dog breeds and the market forces behind them and why those preview ads before movies are called "trailers".

It'll be a while before many people are back at the beach, but it's the end of winter, and right around now is when we'll start to see all the "prepare your beach bod" ads. Once you're there, we want to know: how do you keep your stuff from getting stolen?

The fantasy of an impending zombie apocalypse may inspire urban survival fantasies in the most level-headed of us, but zombie apocalypse or not, knowing how to survive the breakdown of social amenities we take for granted is a legitimate skill. Here's a look at the basic urban survival skills you need to know, catered to your skill set.

If you have dietary restrictions, eating at restaurants in another country when you can't speak the language can be a difficult or sometimes even life-threatening ordeal. Pocket-size, translated cards to show the restaurant staff can make things a little less stressful. Just make sure they include a couple of important details.

"Vishing", or voice-based phishing, is a method used by identity thieves to steal your credit card number and other personal information over the phone. Here's how to tell if a call is actually from a scammer, and the best way to handle the situation if you're not sure.

We should all be using sunscreen, but when it comes down to picking one, there's no key to the language on the bottle, and SPF isn't the only thing to look for. Here's a guide to the other biggies: UVA, UVB, and "broad spectrum."

Gunnar Optiks and Uvex computer glasses both promise to reduce eye strain, prevent computer-related headaches, and be comfortable to wear for long periods of time. But Uvex's basic frames, while not even remotely as visually appealing as the Gunnar line, are a fraction of the cost. Let's see who is victorious in this battle between beauty and the beast.

Dollar stores are cheap, but it's easier to waste money there than you think. Without a keen eye, you'll end up with damaged goods, nasty food and last dibs on the best merch. Every dollar store is different, but these strategies will save you money and keep you safe.

So far, self-driving cars have a safer driving track record than most humans. This seems impressive, but part of the reason they're safer is because we suck at driving. We're in a hurry, we get angry, and we take unnecessary risks. In those areas, self-driving cars have a few things they could teach us about being better drivers.

In case you've somehow missed the news, Samsung's Galaxy Note 7 is being recalled due to a nasty case of occasionally exploding battery. If you're buying a used one, however, you can find out if its safe by looking for the green battery indicator.

Even something as simple as a family road trip can benefit from some military precision. This convoy briefing technique will keep everyone you're travelling with in the loop, especially if you're taking more than one car.